Australian Aboriginal kinship is the system of law governing social interaction, particularly marriage, in traditional Australian Aboriginal culture. It is an integral part of the culture of every Aboriginal group across Australia.
Read more about Australian Aboriginal Kinship: The Subsection or 'skin Name' System, Some Common Kinship Terms Used in Aboriginal English
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